CORE expands third-party property management services

Portland, ME CORE has expanded its third-party property management division, marked by the addition of several management contracts and team growth.

Among the additions is Clarks Pond Shopping Center at 200 Gorham Rd. in South Portland, the Maine Department of Corrections at 315 Park Ave. and management services for tenants at 8-28 Exchange St. in Portland’s Old Port.

In October, CORE welcomed Lance Govang as central Maine property manager. Govang brings experience in residential and commercial property management.

In addition, CORE has made hires across legal and financial operations to support the firm’s portfolio. In November, Stephanie Albert joined CORE as the firm’s first general counsel.

The finance team has also expanded. Vincent Orsini joined CORE as controller this summer, and Bethany Pendell came on board in December as an accounting clerk.

“I’m really enjoying working with the team at CORE,” said Govang who handles 16 accounts from CORE’s office in Hallowell to properties spanning Farmington, Lewiston, and Rockland. “The scale and variety of the portfolio keep the work dynamic, and the support from the broader team makes a real difference.”

“The team at CORE is supportive, collaborative, and genuinely fun to work with,” said Pendell. “There’s a good balance here — you’re trusted to do your job, but you also have people who are willing to help and teach. The pace keeps you sharp, and there’s always something new to learn.”

As CORE continues to expand its third-party property management platform, the firm remains focused on delivering responsive service, transparent communication, and long-term value creation for property owners.

“Our third-party property management growth is a direct reflection of the trust owners place in CORE,” said Josh Soley, president of CORE. “Clients are looking for a partner who understands the full lifecycle of a property—not just operations, but how management decisions impact value over time. Because we are fully integrated, we’re able to bring brokerage insight, asset strategy, and operational excellence together in a way that truly benefits owners and tenants alike.”

“Property management is often where strategy meets execution,” Soley said. “Our growth in this area reflects both the strength of our team and the increasing demand for a management partner who treats every asset as if it were their own.”